the carriage rides go from the port orleans riverside, saratoga springs and the fort wilderness resorts. if i remember correctly they run every half hour and are about $35ish. its better to book them to make sure you can get one. you can book them through 407 WDW-PLAY (939-7529) theres more info here:
http://allearsnet.com/btp/carriage.htm
we took a wishes cruise in november the night of my wedding, they're very romantic, the prices have gone up recently.got this off
www.allearsnet.com :
ILLUMINATIONS CRUISES
Breathless (shown above and to the right) is the motor boat named after the Dick Tracy character. It is a 24-foot ChrisCraft reproduction of a 1930 runabout powered by MerCruiser 350 cubic inch engine, reaching speeds of 50 mph! It has bench seats and can accommodate 6-7 persons. (Note: I think 7 adults is pushing it.) The boat is not covered.
Cost for Breathless for IllumiNations is $178.40 (plus tax) for up to 7 guests -- this includes a driver.
NOTE: You can also ride on the Breathless during the day. Excursions depart from the marina daily 2:30 - 5:50 p.m. The price is $79.81 per 30 minutes.
Pontoon Boats -- Another option for an IllumiNations cruise is a 24-foot pontoon boat, which seats 10 comfortably. The pontoon has a canopy, is roomier, and has some drink holders. When you rent either boat, it belongs to your party for the show; meaning the only people there will be the ones you've invited! The price for a pontoon IllumiNations Cruise starts at $234.74 + tax, for a maximum of 12 people (10 adults). Cost includes a driver, bagged snacks (pretzels, chips, popcorn), water and Coke products. Other food and beverage items are available through Yacht Club Private Dining at 407-934-3160. You may not bring your own food or beverages on board.
RESERVATIONS for all cruises are made by calling 407-WDW-PLAY, between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m., up to 90 days in advance. You must provide a credit card to hold the reservation. You must cancel at least 24 hours in advance or your card will be charged.
Fireworks Cruises for IllumiNations and Wishes are offered through Disney's Yacht Club Marina and the Magic Kingdom resort marinas. To book a fireworks cruise, call (407) WDW-PLAY/(407) 939-7529.
Birthday/Celebration Cruise -- Cruise for an hour on the lake and enjoy VIP fireworks viewing. Price: $211.26 for 21' Pontoon or $258.21 for the 25' Pontoon with Audio ($220 or $275 with tax) (price admits up to 10 if group is made up of all adults, 12 if group is a mix of children and adults) Hours: Departs 30 minutes prior to IllumiNations at Epcot or 30 minutes prior to Wishes at the Magic Kingdom. (NOTE: This is a slightly different cruise than the Fireworks cruises listed above.)
The Bayside Marina near the Yacht Club also offers a special Albatross Treasure Cruise for children ages 4-10 -- Children will wear bandannas as they follow clues and sail to many exotic "ports of call" around Crescent Lake and Epcot looking for treasure. During the voyage, children will hear a reading of "The Legend of the Albatross." At the final port of call, children will have lunch of peanut butter and jelly sandwich, cookie, and juice box, and will split up the "buried treasure." Held Wednesdays 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Children must be potty trained -- no pull-ups. Price is $28.17 plus tax per child. Reservations are recommended. Call 407-WDW-DINE.
Port Orleans Riverside offers the Sassagoula River Adventure Cruise. Children travel along the Sassagoula River to learn the "Jester's" way of life. Along the way they explore the Sassagoula River and finally meet the character known as the Jester. The cruise is held Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. for children ages 4-12. Cost is $28.17 plus tax per child. Call 407-WDW-PLAY to make reservations.
Breathless day cruises from Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resort Marina - Excursions for up to 7 guests, depart the marina daily 2:30pm - 5:50pm; Prices start at $79.81 for a 30-minute excursion. 24-hour cancellation notice required or you will be charged in full.
hope this is of some help
